The Gringa and Local

The Gringa and Local A podcast exposing life in Belize from two vastly different perspectives. Laughs guaranteed.

28/07/2025

When you’re not using bait, the only thing between you and a fish is illusion.
No scent. No chum. Just movement and instinct.
If the lure doesn’t look and move exactly right — no bite.
And if you’re not quiet enough? You’ll spook the fish before you even get a chance.

In this clip from our latest episode of The Gringa & The Local, Belizean fly fishing guide Michael Peralta explains the silent precision required when casting lures in clear Belizean waters.

🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode here:

▶️ YouTube: https://youtu.be/yHNU5IzaqVI

🎙 Spotify: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-gringa-local-belize/id1709718641?i=1000718130137

🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-gringa-local-belize/id1709718641?i=1000718130137

28/07/2025

That’s how Belizean fly fishing guide Michael Peralta describes the art of the cast.

Because even when you make the perfect shot — the real work is just beginning.

🎣 You’ve still got to strip it right.
🎣 Set the hook.
🎣 And win the fight.

In our latest episode of The Gringa & The Local, Michael breaks down what fly fishing really feels like, how it’s more strategic than most people realize, and why every fish is a test of patience and precision.

🎧 Catch the full episode here:

▶️ YouTube: https://youtu.be/yHNU5IzaqVI

🎙 Spotify: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-gringa-local-belize/id1709718641?i=1000718130137

🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-gringa-local-belize/id1709718641?i=1000718130137

26/07/2025

When you only get one shot at a permit or tarpon, it’s high pressure. That’s why seasoned Belizean guide Michael Peralta always starts beginners off with bonefish — they're a bit more forgiving.

In this clip, he shares a moment guiding a husband-and-wife duo on their first-ever saltwater fly fishing trip.

Day 1: Learn the cast, catch a few bonefish.
Day 2: They’re ready for tarpon. 💪

🎧 Hear the full story — and Michael’s incredible journey from island kid to fly fishing pro — in our latest episode of The Gringa & The Local.

▶️ YouTube: https://youtu.be/yHNU5IzaqVI

🎙 Spotify: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-gringa-local-belize/id1709718641?i=1000718130137

🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-gringa-local-belize/id1709718641?i=1000718130137

26/07/2025

Bonefish. Tarpon. Permit.

Landing all three in one day? That’s called a Grand Slam — and Belize is one of the top places in the world to do it. 🐟🔥

In our newest episode, local guide Michael Peralta shares what makes Belize’s flats so special for anglers, how visitors chase different species, and why some people come with just one fish in mind.

But what if they’re missing out?

🎧 Dive into the full episode and discover:

✅ Why Belize is a bucket-list spot for serious anglers
✅ The difference between chasing a fish vs chasing the experience
✅ Michael’s journey from island kid to professional guide
✅ And that time he saw a jaguar mid-tour 🐆

▶️ YouTube: https://youtu.be/yHNU5IzaqVI

🎙 Spotify: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-gringa-local-belize/id1709718641?i=1000718130137

🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-gringa-local-belize/id1709718641?i=1000718130137

21/07/2025

🎣 How a 12-Year-Old Discovered His Passion on the Docks of San Pedro 🌊

Most island kids dream of diving or snorkeling — but for Michael Peralta, it was something different. At just 12 years old, with a handline and a dream, he found his passion in a sport few locals know about: fly fishing.

Taught by an uncle who felt more like a father, and inspired by a random invitation from a family friend, Michael’s journey began before sunrise — quite literally. What started with catching snapper off a dock turned into a lifelong obsession that would make him one of Belize’s top fly fishing guides.

This is just a glimpse of the story. In our latest podcast episode, we go deeper into:
How Michael became a pro in a niche field
His first tarpon catch and biggest lessons
Mentorship, motivation, and life on the island
What makes fly fishing in Belize so special
And yes… the day he saw a wild jaguar 🐆
🎧 Full episode now streaming!
▶️ YouTube, 🎙 Spotify and 🍎 Apple Podcasts: ALL LINKS IN BIO

This isn’t just about fishing — it’s about passion, purpose, and growing up on the water in Belize.

20/07/2025

San Pedro fly fishing guide Michael Peralta was out with clients when he spotted what he thought was a swimmer in trouble. As he got closer, the shape moved… and then the tail curled.

➡️ It wasn’t a person.
➡️ It wasn’t a dog.
➡️ It was a wild jaguar.

🎣 This is just one story from our latest episode of The Gringa & The Local, where Michael shares his unbelievable journey — from catching his first tarpon to becoming one of Belize’s fly fishing guides, and the real threats facing the flats industry.

📺 Watch/Listen Now:

🎙 Spotify: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-gringa-local-belize/id1709718641?i=1000718130137

🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-gringa-local-belize/id1709718641?i=1000718130137

▶️ YouTube: https://youtu.be/yHNU5IzaqVI

📍 If you're into Belizean wildlife, island life, or epic local stories, this episode is a must.

🎣 NEW EPISODE DROPPING TOMORROW @ 10AM! Season 2, Episode 10 is one of our wildest yet...What do tarpon, bonefish, and a...
19/07/2025

🎣 NEW EPISODE DROPPING TOMORROW @ 10AM! Season 2, Episode 10 is one of our wildest yet...

What do tarpon, bonefish, and a jaguar have in common? 🐆🐟
They’re all part of Belizean fly fishing guide Michael Peralta’s incredible journey — and tomorrow, you’ll hear the full story.

From his first cast as a kid in San Pedro to leading trips from El Pescador Lodge, Michael shares how he went from apprentice to pro, what makes Belize’s flats so unique, and the unforgettable day he saw a wild jaguar on the northwest coast of the island.

🎧 Tune in TOMORROW at 10AM on all platforms:

🔗 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/

🎙 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5i5DS3J1AuuaLPBUxlPhe4?si=5e8b077b2f154dac

🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-gringa-local-belize/id1709718641

📍Whether you're into fishing, wildlife, or Belizean lifestyle — this is one story you don’t want to miss.

02/06/2025

We explore Belize's reef health compared to Australia, revealing development's impact near San Pedro. Despite coral diseases, Sargasso, and high temperatures, nature's resilience offers hope for reef recovery and tourism.

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